Let’s face it. Machu Picchu is the most visited site in Peru and possibly in all of South America. Yes, Machu Picchu is worthy of all the marketing spent on it, but getting there is either a huge hassle or a deep hole in your pockets. For those who do not know, there is no […]
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Machu Picchu: Managing Expectations
If you have never seen hundreds of tourists in front of you trying to take a picture, you probably would be in for a rude shock in Machu Picchu. Fortunately, or unfortunately, Machu Picchu is the most visited tourist attraction in Peru, and probably even in the whole of South America. The pristine beauty and […]
The tourist pilgrimage down the Carretera Austral
If a pilgrimage can ever be secular, I think this particular one through the Carretera Austral in Chile would definitely be it. The Carretera Austral is a 1240km gravel road that stretches from the port city of Puerto Montt to the depths of the central Chilean Patagonia. It was built 30 years ago, and still […]
The extra secret to hiking the “W” in Torres del Paine
The Torres del Paine National Park is the most visited national park in Chile, and arguably in the whole continent of South America. Famous for its tower-shaped peaks, many hikers visit to complete the “W”, “O” or “Q” circuits. The letters represent the rough shape of the trekking route within the Torres del Paine National […]
Ushuaia: The end of the world
You know you have finally reached the end of the world when you arrive in Ushuaia in Argentina. As you descend along the mountainous roads towards the cramped city, you will see the ocean that stretches beyond infinity. Nothing lies beyond these cold waters and majestic fjords. Here, in Ushuaia, is truly the end of […]
Introducing the seven wonders of the Argentinian Patagonia
If you are still not tired of the seven wonders cliché, here is another list of seven wonders to add to your bucket list. Patagonia is huge, and just the Argentinian Patagonia is larger than many European countries put together. Most people do not have time to see all that Patagonia has to offer, so […]
The frozen trek up Fitz Roy in Argentina
If there is one thing that sums up Patagonian weather in summer, it has to be the icy winds. The wind just keeps howling, blowing and slapping icy cold air onto your brittle face. Despite knowing this, I still wanted to make the trek up to Fitz Roy in Argentina. It would have been a […]
Georgia in a nutshell: 8 things you absolutely have to do
If you were to ask me to list my top five must-visit countries, Georgia is definitely on it. Note that I am referring to Georgia the country, and not the state in the United States! Georgia is small and packed with interesting sights. Whether you are a nature lover, a fan of architecture, a foodie […]
Off the beaten track hike to Sary Chelek
Kyrgyzstan is a trekker’s mecca, but most people only visit Alakul lake in Karakol. There are many beautiful trails in Kyrgyzstan, but the lack of infrastructure makes it difficult to access these areas. One such place is the Sary Chelek Biosphere Reserve. The reserve consists of a series of lakes and boasts a large variety […]
Making the trek to Alakul lake in Kyrgyzstan
If there is only one trek you can do in Kyrgyzstan, it has to be the trek to Alakul lake. Although this is also the most popular trek in the country, the views along the way are simply too amazing to skip. Alakul lake is an alpine lake 3,650m above sea level and the round-trip […]
